Suzuki DR-Z125 Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The Suzuki DR-Z125 motorcycle specifications include a 124 cc (7.57 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 79 kg (174.2 lb).

Key specifications

2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022Model years
124 ccDisplacement
79 kgDry weight
775 mmSeat height
6.6 LFuel tank
1,245 mmWheelbase
260 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
200820092010201120122013201420152016201720212022
Year-specific specification changes

The 2008 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Bore × stroke
2013201456.9 x 48.5 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
201556.9 x 46.8 mm (2.2 x 1.8 inches)
201656.9 x 48.5 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
201756.9 x 46.8 mm (2.2 x 1.8 inches)
Front brakes
20092010Expanding brake (drum brake)
20122022Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front suspension
20092017Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
2021Telescopi fork
2022Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front tire
200970/100-17
201070/0-M,17
201170/100-19
201270/100-17
2013201470/100-M,17
2015202270/100-17
Fuel system
2009Carburettor. Mikuni VM20SS
2010Carburettor
20112022Carburettor. Mikuni™ VM20SS
Rear brakes
20092022Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear suspension
20092022Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Rear tire
200990/100-14
201090/0-M,14
201190/100-16
201290/100-14
2013201490/100-M,14
2015202290/100-14
Wheelbase
20111,270 mm (50.0 inches)
20151,270 mm (50.0 inches)
Fuel capacity
200920124.80 L (1.27 US gal)
201320144.16 L (1.10 US gal)
201520224.80 L (1.27 US gal)
Fuel control
2009Overhead Cams (OHC)
20122014Overhead Cams (OHC)
20162017Overhead Cams (OHC)
2022Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ground clearance
2011290 mm (11.4 inches)
2012270 mm (10.6 inches)
Ignition
2010Electronic
20112012Digital-type CDI
2013Electronic ignition
20142017digital CDI
2021Electronic ignition (CDI)
Overall height
20091,085 mm (42.7 inches)
201320161,085 mm (42.7 inches)
20211,110 mm (43.7 inches)
20221,185 mm (46.7 inches)
Overall length
201120121,885 mm (74.2 inches)
201520171,836 mm (72.3 inches)
20211,834 mm (72.2 inches)
Seat height
20112012805 mm (31.7 inches)
20152016776 mm (30.6 inches)
2017770 mm (30.3 inches)

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

Single cylinder, four-stroke • 124 cc • Air cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,245 mmSeat 775 mmClearance 260 mm
5-speed • Chain (final drive) • 70/70-17 front / 90/90-14 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 70/70-17
Rear tire size 90/90-14
Front tire width 70 mm
Front tire aspect ratio 70%
Front rim diameter 17 in
Rear tire width 90 mm
Rear tire aspect ratio 90%
Rear rim diameter 14 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1.17:1 (Oversquare)

Model information

Category Enduro / offroad

Engine specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement 124 cc (7.57 cu in)
Bore × stroke 57.0 x 48.8 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Cooling system Air
Fuel system Carburettor. MikuniT VM20SS
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition CDI
Lubrication Wet sump

Transmission and drivetrain

Gearbox 5-speed
Final drive Chain (final drive)

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension Telescopic, oil-damped
Rear suspension Link-type, oil-damped

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 70/70-17
Rear tire 90/90-14

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 79 kg (174.2 lb)
Seat height 775 mm (30.5 inches)
Overall length 1,835 mm (72.2 inches)
Overall width 770 mm (30.3 inches)
Overall height 1,060 mm (41.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1,245 mm (49.0 inches)
Ground clearance 260 mm (10.2 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 6.60 L (1.74 US gal)

Other specifications

Color options Yellow, Black
Price as new US$ 2399. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.